We missed the bus! Somewhere down the line, ensconced
in the environs of our ‘cubicled’ existence, we lose out on the very essence of
life. Optimum health and wellness seem like yet another distant dream we aspire
for and sometimes give up, too, in the city.
Organic food is not a fad. It was a part of our
forefathers’ lives much before mechanised and factory-produced foods entered
into our lives. Commercially, or rather, conventionally, grown fruits,
vegetables and grains contain residues of the toxic pesticides used. Most of
them contain DDT, or hexachlorobenzene, which can cause cancer, migraine, convulsions,
IBS, hormonal problems and many more health issues. Fertilisers and pesticides
make the foods look very appealing, with a longer shelf life, but the
nutritional value is compromised to a large extent. Organic farming does not
harm the soil or pollute water.
The child is what he or she eats. Sugared foods make
children hyperactive. Research has proved that packaged foods with artificial
colourings and preservatives can cause learning difficulties in a child.
Children need high-quality foods for their growing body, brains and immune
system. Studies show that levels of motor and mental skills of children exposed
to toxins are much lower than those on organic foods. Sportspersons and people
with more physical activity also need highly nutritional foods.
Ayurvedic healing and Panchakarma when combined with
the intake of organic foods effect enhanced healing. Organic foods are
nutrient-dense and rich in antioxidants. Natural sources of Vitamins C and E, B
vitamins, beta carotene and other minerals are required by the body to regain
health quickly.
Thus Ayurveda can be incorporated with organic food
in perfect synergy for treatments, recuperation and maintenance of good health.
When we opt for organic produce, we are not just choosing health for oursleves and
our family, but also contributing our bit to a healthier planet. Let’s
re-educate ourselves with this good news and live as healthy,
environment-conscious citizens of the world.
By Gerard Joseph
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